Brazos Bend State Park

Brazos Bend State Park along the Brazos River is home to American alligators. The state park is located just 45 miles from downtown Houston. The state park features 37 miles of hiking trails, wetlands, coastal prairie, and bottomland forest. Nature Center offers exhibits on the three ecosystems in the park. George Observatory located in the park is part of Houston Museum of Natural Science. Recreational activities include hiking, biking, fishing, picnicking, camping, and wildlife viewing.

Brazos Bend State Park Trails

• Creekfield Lake Ada Trail (0.5 mile)
• 40 Acre Lake Trail (1.2 mile)
• Pilant Slough Trail (1.2 mile)
• Prairie Trail (1.3 mile)
• Red Buckeye Trail (1.4 mile)
• Big Creek Loop (1.7 mile)
• Elm Lake Loop (1.7 mile)
• Live Oak Trail (1.7 mile)

Brazos Bend State Park Address

21901 FM 762 Rd
Needville, TX 77461

Phone: (979) 553-5102

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Brazos Bend State Park Things To Do

• Hiking
• Biking
• Fishing
• Horseback Riding
• Wildlife Viewing
• Observatory
• Nature Center
• Camping
• Picnicking

Brazos Bend State Park Admission

13 Years and Older: $7
12 Years and Under: Free

Brazos Bend State Park Hours

Open daily 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.